VocabJLPT N1
in order
Adverb

Definitions

  1. 1. in order
  2. 2. sequential
Means doing things one by one in order, or proceeding step by step in sequence. It is used to describe a process that moves forward gradually, one stage at a time.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

As each breakfast dish was washed, it went back on the shelf in order.

Sentence 2

If there are any issues with your application, our staff will contact you in turn.

Sentence 3

When asked "Can you finish today?" I said, "I'll work through them in order of priority."

Sentence 4

As you proceed to the next page, the notes will appear one by one.

Sentence 5

Will you stop rushing me? Yes, yes, I'm going through it — in order, okay?